Vocabulary part 1

EXAMPLES

 The boss abased his employee in front of the team.

 The dictator abased his opponents to maintain power.
 The gossip column abased the celebrity's reputation.
 The athlete's poor performance abased his standing in the league.
TO LOWER IN RANK OR ESTEEM

 Synonyms
 degrade
 demean
 belittle
 debase
 Antonyms
 enhance
 elevate
 compliment
 build up
 Word Usage
 abase oneself
 abase one's reputation
 abase one's status
 abase someone's dignity
 abase someone's standing
Aberration
 EXAMPLES

 The sudden outburst was an aberration from his usual calm demeanor.
 The scientist discovered an aberration in the data that led to a breakthrough.
 The politician's behavior was an aberration from his usual ethical standards.
 The strange noise was an aberration in the otherwise quiet night.
A departure from what is normal or expected
 Synonyms
 oddity
 quirk
 delusion
 peculiarity
 Antonyms
 usualness
 normality
 Word Usage
 rare aberration
 temporary aberration
 major aberration
 minor aberration
 unusual aberration
 Often Confused with :
 - Abhorrent * causing repugnance; detestable; loathsome:
Abet (verb
 EXAMPLES

 He was charged with abetting the thief.

 The company was found guilty of abetting illegal activities.
 She refused to abet her friend in cheating on the exam.
 The group was accused of abetting terrorism.
 To encourage or assist in a wrongdoing

 Synonyms
 provoke
 incite
 instigate
 condone
 Antonyms
 Prevent/ stop
 Halt/ disapprove
 Word Usage
 abet a crime
 abet illegal activities
 abet criminal behavior
 abet fraud
 abet corruption
Abhor verb
EXAMPLES

 I abhor violence and aggression.

 She abhors the idea of eating meat.
 He abhors the thought of being stuck in traffic.
 They abhor the idea of discrimination.
 To hate or detest intensely

 Synonyms
 hate
 despise
 loathe
 detest
 Antonyms
 like
 love
 admire
 cherish
 Word Usage
 abhor violence
 abhor cruelty
 abhor injustice
 abhor racism
 abhor war
 Often Confused with :
• - Aberrant * departing from an accepted standard.
Abidance
NOUN
 EXAMPLES

 His abidance to the traffic rules saved him from getting a ticket.
 The company's abidance to the safety regulations ensured a safe working
environment.
 The abidance of the citizens to the lockdown rules helped in controlling the
spread of the virus.
 The abidance of the players to the game rules is crucial for a fair play.
The act of obeying or following a rule or law

 Word Usage
 strict abidance
 full abidance
 complete abidance
 perfect abidance
 consistent abidance
Abject
ADJ
EXAMPLES

 The abject poverty in the slums was heart-wrenching.

 The abject failure of the project led to its cancellation.
 The abject misery on the faces of the refugees was heart-breaking.
 The abject condition of the prisoners in the jail was inhumane
extremely bad or unpleasant

 Word Usage
 abject poverty
 abject failure
 abject misery
 abject despair
 abject humiliation
Abjure
verb
EXAMPLES

 The politician abjured his former party and joined a new one.
 The cult leader abjured his teachings and apologized to his followers.
 The defendant abjured his previous statement and confessed to the crime.
 The athlete abjured the use of performance-enhancing drugs.
To renounce or give up a belief, claim, or course of action

 Synonyms
 retract
 renounce
 renege
 recant
 Antonyms
 allow
 emphasize
 Word Usage
• abjure one's faith
• abjure violence
• abjure allegiance
• abjure a confession
• abjure responsibility

 Often Confused with :

• - Adjure * to charge, bind, or command earnestly and solemnly,
• often under oathor the threat of a penalty.
Abnegation
NOUN
EXAMPLES

 His abnegation of wealth and power surprised everyone.

 The monk's abnegation of worldly pleasures was admirable.
 Her abnegation of her own needs for the sake of others was selfless.
 The abnegation of his own beliefs for the sake of his career was
disappointing.
The act of renouncing or rejecting something, especially
something considered desirable

 Synonyms
 abandonment
 abstinence
 forbearance
 refusal
 Antonyms
 Allowance/ approval
 Excess/ indulgence
 Word Usage
 complete abnegation
 willful abnegation
 religious abnegation
 emotional abnegation
 political abnegation
Abominated
VERB
EXAMPLES

 She abominated the idea of eating insects.

 He abominated the thought of working on weekends.
 The group abominated the politician's policies.
 She abominated the smell of cigarettes.
To hate or loathe intensely
 Synonyms
• hate
• dislike
• despise
• abhor

 Antonyms
• like
• approve
• admire
• cherish
 Word Usage
• abominate violence
• abominate cruelty
• abominate injustice
• abominate racism
• abominate intolerance
Aboriginal (adj, n)
EXAMPLES

 The aboriginal culture is rich in traditions.

 The aboriginal people have a deep connection to the land.
 The aboriginal language is in danger of extinction.
 The aboriginal art is highly valued by collectors.
EXAMPLES

 The aboriginals welcomed the visitors to their village.

 The aboriginals have a unique way of life.
 The aboriginals have faced many challenges over the years.
 The aboriginals have a rich history and heritage.
 adjective
Relating to the original inhabitants of a place
noun
A member of the original inhabitants of a place

 Synonyms
• original
• native
• ancient
• first

 Antonyms
• new
• modern
Abrogate
verb
EXAMPLES

 The government decided to abrogate the law.

 The company abrogated the contract due to non-payment.
 The court abrogated the decision of the lower court.
 The treaty was abrogated due to non-compliance.
To repeal or cancel
 Synonyms
• abolish
• invalidate
• nullify
• annul

 Antonyms
• pass
• approve
• permit
• enact
 Word Usage
• abrogate a law
• abrogate a treaty
• abrogate a contract
• abrogate an agreement
• abrogate a policy
Abrupt (adj
EXAMPLES

 The meeting ended abruptly.

 The car came to an abrupt stop.
 The music ended abruptly.
 The conversation took an abrupt turn.
Sudden and unexpected

 Synonyms
• surprising
• quick
• sudden
• unexpected

 Antonyms
• expected
• lazy
• slow
 Word Usage
• abrupt change
• abrupt halt
• abrupt departure
• abrupt ending
• abrupt transition
Absolve verb
EXAMPLES

 The priest absolved the sinner of his sins.

 The court absolved the defendant of all charges.
 The apology absolved the company of any wrongdoing.
 The forgiveness absolved the guilt of the wrongdoer.
verb
to declare someone free from guilt or responsibility
 Synonyms
• exempt
• forgive
• acquit
• exonerate

 Antonyms
• charge
• accuse
• blame
• censure
 Word Usage
• absolve someone of guilt
• absolve someone from blame
• absolve someone of wrongdoing
• absolve someone of responsibility
• absolve someone of sin
Abstain verb
EXAMPLES

 I decided to abstain from drinking alcohol at the party.

 She chose to abstain from voting in the election.
 He had to abstain from eating his favorite food due to his diet.
 The doctor advised him to abstain from smoking to improve his health.
verb
To refrain from doing something
 Synonyms
• quit
• cease
• forgo
• pass up

 Antonyms
• do
• allow
• continue
• accept
 Word Usage
• abstain from alcohol
• abstain from smoking
• abstain from voting
• abstain from eating meat
• abstain from participating
Abut
verb
EXAMPLES

 Our property abuts the park.

 The two buildings abut each other.
 The fence abuts the neighbor's yard.
 The river abuts the city limits.
 To be adjacent to or touch along a boundary
 Synonyms
• neighbor
• Adjoin
• Antonyms
• border
 Word Usage
• abut a river
• abut a fence
• abut a highway
• abut a wall
• abut a building
Abstruse (adj)
EXAMPLES

 The abstruse language used in the article made it hard to comprehend.

 The abstruse concept was beyond the understanding of most people.
 The abstruse nature of the topic made it challenging to teach.
 The abstruse instructions were not helpful for the novice user.
 difficult to understand

 Synonyms
• esoteric
• perplexing
 Word Usage
• abstruse concept
• abstruse language
• abstruse theory
• abstruse philosophy
• abstruse argument

 Often Confused with :

• - Obtuse * not quick or alert in perception, feeling, or intellect; not sensitive orobservant; dull.
Acclaimed adj
EXAMPLES

 The acclaimed author received numerous awards for her latest novel.
 The acclaimed actor gave a stunning performance in the play.
 The acclaimed artist's work was displayed in a prestigious gallery.
 The acclaimed chef's restaurant was always fully booked.
 publicly praised or recognized

 Synonyms
• honour
• eulogize

 Antonyms
• noted
• renowned
 Word Usage
• acclaimed artist
• acclaimed author
• acclaimed film
• acclaimed musician
• acclaimed actor
Accommodate
VERB
EXAMPLES

 The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

 The restaurant can accommodate large groups.
 The theater can accommodate wheelchair users.
 The car can accommodate five passengers.
To provide lodging or make room for

 Synonyms
• hold
• contain
• rent
• shelter

 Antonyms
• reject
• turn away
 Word Usage
• accommodate guests
• accommodate visitors
• accommodate tourists
• accommodate travelers
• accommodate clients
Accomplice
noun
EXAMPLES

 The police arrested the bank robber and his accomplice.

 She was charged as an accomplice in the murder case.
 The thief's accomplice provided a false alibi.
 The judge sentenced the accomplice to 10 years in prison.
A person who helps another commit a
crime or wrongdoing
 Synonyms
• associate
• collaborator
• aide
• accessory

 Antonyms
• enemy
• antagonist
 Word Usage
• co-conspirator
• partner in crime
• collaborator
• associate
• accessory
Accost verb
EXAMPLES

 The stranger accosted me on the street and demanded money.

 The paparazzi accosted the celebrity as she left the restaurant.
 The salesperson accosted me as soon as I entered the store.
 The protesters accosted the politician outside of the building.
 to approach and speak to someone aggressively or
boldly
 Synonyms
• address
• annoy
• confront
• bother

 Antonyms
• help
• aid
• ignore
• refrain
Accredit
verb
EXAMPLES

 The university accredits the program.

 The government agency accredits the hospital.
 The organization was accredited by the board.
 The school was accredited for its high standards.
 To give official recognition or approval

 Synonyms
• credit
• charge
• assign
• ascribe
 Word Usage
• accredit a university
• accredit a course
• accredit a certification
• accredit a laboratory
• accredit a school
Accumulate verb
EXAMPLES

 She would accumulate a pile of books on her desk.

 He had accumulated a large amount of debt.
 The snow continued to accumulate throughout the night.
 The company was able to accumulate a significant amount of profits.
to gather or collect over time

 Synonyms
• collect
• acquire
• add to
• assemble

 Antonyms
• contract
• decrease
• divide
• diminish
 Word Usage
• accumulate wealth
• accumulate debt
• accumulate knowledge
• accumulate experience
• accumulate evidence
Acerbic
adj
EXAMPLES

 Her acerbic wit made her popular among her friends.

 The acerbic comments made by the critic were not well received by the
artist.
 His acerbic tone during the argument made the situation worse.
 The acerbic review of the restaurant caused a decline in business.
Sharp and sarcastic

 Synonyms
• sharp
• harsh
• caustic

 Antonyms
• nice
• kind
• calm
• mild
 Word Usage
• acerbic wit
• acerbic humor
• acerbic tongue
• acerbic commentary
• acerbic remarks
Acetic
ADJ
EXAMPLES

 The acetic smell of vinegar filled the room.

 The acetic taste of the lemon made her pucker.
 The acetic acid in the wine gave it a sharp taste.
 The acetic nature of the solution made it unsuitable for consumption.
Sour or acidic taste or smell

 Word Usage
• acetic acid
• acetic smell
• acetic taste
• acetic solution
• acetic fermentation
Acme
noun
EXAMPLES

 The acme of his career was when he won the Nobel Prize.
 The acme of the mountain was covered in snow.
 The acme of the building was adorned with a beautiful sculpture.
 The acme of the rollercoaster was the steep drop.
The highest point or peak

 Synonyms
• height
• climax
• culmination
• capstone

 Antonyms
• base
• bottom
• nadir
 Word Usage
• reach the acme
• achieve the zenith
• reach the summit
• attain the highest point
• ascend to the acme
Acquiesce
verb
EXAMPLES

 He acquiesced to her demands.

 She acquiesced to the company's decision.
 The government acquiesced to the demands of the protesters.
 He had no choice but to acquiesce to the terms of the contract.
To accept something reluctantly but
without protest
 Synonyms
• comply
• conform
• concur
• cave in

 Antonyms
• deny
• refuse
• oppose
• differ
 Word Usage
• acquiesce to demands
• acquiesce to authority
• acquiesce to pressure
• acquiesce to requests
• acquiesce to circumstances
acquitted
EXAMPLES

 he jury acquitted the defendant of all charges.

 The judge acquitted the accused due to lack of evidence.
 The lawyer worked hard to acquit his client.
 The court acquitted the suspect after a lengthy trial.
To declare someone not guilty of a crime or wrongdoing

 Word Usage
• acquit someone of wrongdoing
• acquit an accused person

 Synonyms
• Free/ clear
• Discharge/ let go

 Antonyms
• Charge/ accuse
• Blame/ condemn
Acrid
adj
EXAMPLES

 The acrid smell of burning rubber filled the air.

 The acrid taste of spoiled milk made her gag.
 The acrid smoke from the fire made it difficult to breathe.
 The acrid fumes from the chemicals burned her eyes.
having an irritatingly strong and unpleasant taste or smell

 Synonyms
• stinging
• pungent
 Word Usage
• acrid smoke
• acrid odor
• acrid taste
• acrid fumes
• acrid scent
Acumen
noun
EXAMPLES

 The CEO's business acumen helped the company grow rapidly.

 The politician's political acumen helped him win the election.
 The lawyer's legal acumen helped her win the case.
 The doctor's medical acumen helped her diagnose the patient's illness.
the ability to make good judgments and
quick decisions
 Synonyms
• awareness
• ingenuity
• acuity
• brilliance

 Antonyms
• mistake
• misunderstanding
• ignorance
• stupidity
 Word Usage
• business acumen
• financial acumen
• strategic acumen
• intellectual acumen
• analytical acumen
Acute
adj
acute

 adjective
 Keen or perceptive

 EXAMPLES
 The detective had an acute sense of smell that helped him solve the case.
 The journalist had an acute eye for detail that made her articles stand out.
 The scientist had an acute mind that allowed him to make groundbreaking discoveries.
 The artist had an acute sense of color that made her paintings vibrant.
ACUTE

 adjective
 Sharp or severe
• The patient was in acute pain after the surgery.
• The company was facing an acute financial crisis.
• The acute shortage of food led to riots in the city.
• The acute angle of the triangle measured less than 90 degrees.
 Synonyms
• sharp
• sensitive
• intense
• subtle

 Antonyms
• honest
• calm
• mild
• dull
 Word Usage
• acute vision
• acute intellect
• acute insight
• acute awareness
• acute observation
Adamant
adj
EXAMPLES

 She was adamant about not going to the party.

 He remained adamant in his decision to quit his job.
 The coach was adamant that the team would win the game.
 The teacher was adamant that cheating would not be tolerated.
refusing to be persuaded or to change one's mind

 Synonyms
• determined
• rigid
• stubborn
• insistent

 Antonyms
• moving
• weak
• flexible
• willing
 Word Usage
• remain adamant
• stay adamant
• persistently adamant
• unyieldingly adamant
• unwaveringly adamant
Addle
verb
EXAMPLES

 The noise from the construction site addled my thoughts.

 The medication seemed to addle his mind.
 The politician's contradictory statements addled the audience.
 The heat addled her brain and she couldn't concentrate.
to make or become confused or muddled

 Synonyms
• baffle
• confound
• bewilder
• befuddle

 Antonyms
• explain
• clarify
• enlighten
• clear up
 Word Usage
• adle the mind
• adle the thoughts
• adle the senses
• adle the brain
• adle one's understanding
Adduce
verb
EXAMPLES

 The lawyer adduced several witnesses to support her case.

 He adduced statistics to prove his point.
 The scientist adduced data to support her hypothesis.
 The historian adduced primary sources to support her argument.
to cite as evidence or proof

 Synonyms
• show
• prove
• illustrate
• cite

 Antonyms
• hide
 Word Usage
• adduce evidence
• adduce examples
• adduce arguments
• adduce reasons
• adduce facts
Ado
noun
EXAMPLES

 The party was full of ado.

 The wedding preparations caused a lot of ado.
 The new policy caused a lot of ado among the employees.
 The arrival of the celebrity caused a lot of ado among the fans.
Fuss or commotion

 Synonyms
• confusion
• bother
• excitement
• flurry

 Antonyms
• help
• order
• aid
• calm
 Word Usage
• much ado
• unnecessary ado
• great ado
• little ado
• creating ado
Adumbrate
verb
EXAMPLES

 The speaker adumbrated the main points of his presentation in the

introduction.
 The novel adumbrates the themes of love and loss in the first chapter.
 The artist adumbrated the composition of the painting with a few quick
sketches.
 The professor adumbrated the topics that would be covered in the course
syllabus.
To give a rough outline or indication of
something; to foreshadow or suggest
 Synonyms
• cloud
• bode
• augur
• darken

 Antonyms
• illuminate
 Word Usage
• adumbrate a plan
• adumbrate an idea
• adumbrate a future event
• adumbrate a potential outcome
• adumbrate a possible solution
Advent
noun
EXAMPLES

 The advent of the internet changed the way we communicate.

 The advent of spring brought warmer weather.
 The advent of the new CEO brought changes to the company.
 The advent of the new technology revolutionized the industry.
The arrival or coming of something or someone
important

 Synonyms
• coming
• appearance
• arrival
• onset

 Antonyms
• leaving
• departure
 Word Usage
• advent of technology
• advent of spring
• advent of the internet
• advent of peace
• advent of social media
Adversity
noun
EXAMPLES

 She faced many adversities in her life.

 The team overcame the adversity of losing their star player.
 Adversity can make a person stronger.
 The company struggled through financial adversity.
 Synonyms
• disaster
• difficulty
• crunch
• catastrophe

 Antonyms
• benefit
• assistance
• advantage
• blessing
 Word Usage
• overcome adversity
• face adversity
• conquer adversity
• endure adversity
• persevere through adversity
Affable
adj
EXAMPLES

 The new neighbor was affable and quickly made friends with everyone on the
block.
 The salesperson's affable demeanor made customers feel comfortable and
willing to buy.
 The boss was surprisingly affable, taking time to chat with employees and
listen to their concerns.
 The politician's affable personality helped him win over voters.
friendly and easy to talk to

 Synonyms
• gentle
• courteous
• amiable
• good-natured

 Antonyms
• mean
• nasty
• irritable
• hateful
 Word Usage
• affable smile
• affable personality
• affable manner
• affable disposition
• affable conversation
Affix
verb
 noun
 a morpheme added to the beginning or end of a word

• The prefix "un-" is an affix that means "not".

• The suffix "-able" is an affix that means "able to be".
• The word "unhappiness" has two affixes.
• The word "dislike" has a prefix and a suffix as affixes.
 verb
 to attach or add something to something else

• Please affix your signature to the bottom of the document.

• The label should be affixed to the package.
• The stamp was affixed to the envelope.
• The poster was affixed to the wall with tape.
to attach or add something to something
else
 Synonyms
• paste
• glue
• tack
• fasten

 Antonyms
• withdraw
• detach
• unfasten
 Word Usage
• prefix
• suffix
• inflectional affix
• derivational affix
• bound affix
Affront
noun
EXAMPLES

 His comment was an affront to her dignity.

 She took his behavior as a personal affront.
 The decision was seen as an affront to the community.
 The politician's speech was an affront to the values of the country.
An action or remark that causes offense
or disrespect

 Synonyms
• injury
• abuse
• slight
• provocation

 Antonyms
• help
• aid
• respect
• happiness
 Word Usage
• personal affront
• public affront
• deliberate affront
• grave affront
• intentional affront
Agglomerate
verb
EXAMPLES

 The rocks agglomerated at the bottom of the hill.

 The company agglomerated all of its resources for the new project.
 The snow agglomerated on the roof.
 The protesters agglomerated in front of the government building.
to collect or gather into a mass or cluster

 Synonyms
• aggregate
• cluster
• lump

 Antonyms
• individual
• one
 Word Usage
• agglomerate data
• agglomerate particles
• agglomerate resources
• agglomerate materials
• agglomerate information
Aggrandize
verb
EXAMPLES

 The CEO aggrandized his accomplishments in the company's annual report.

 The politician aggrandized his role in passing the new law.
 The artist aggrandized his work by claiming it was worth millions of dollars.
 The athlete aggrandized his achievements by exaggerating his records.
to make something appear greater or
more important than it is
 Synonyms
• boost
• augment
• acclaim
• applaud

 Antonyms
• condemn
• condense
• abridge
• censure
 Word Usage
• aggrandize one's reputation
• aggrandize one's wealth
• aggrandize one's achievements
• aggrandize one's power
• aggrandize one's influence
Aggravate
verb
EXAMPLES

 The loud music aggravated the neighbor's headache.

 The boss's constant criticism aggravated the employee's stress.
 The cold weather aggravated the athlete's injury.
 The traffic jam aggravated the driver's impatience.
To make a problem or situation worse

 Synonyms
• bug
• bother
• provoke
• irritate

 Antonyms
• help
• please
• aid
• delight
 Word Usage
• aggravate a situation
• aggravate a problem
• aggravate someone's anger
• aggravate an injury
• aggravate a condition
Aggregate
noun
EXAMPLES

 The aggregate of data shows a trend.

 The aggregate of rocks made a pile.
 The aggregate of people at the concert was huge.
 The aggregate of votes determined the winner.
A COLLECTION OF THINGS GATHERED
TOGETHER

 Synonyms
• added
• corporate
• combined
• cumulative

 Antonyms
• uncombined
 Word Usage
• aggregate data
• aggregate score
• aggregate demand
• aggregate supply
• aggregate income
Aghast
adj
EXAMPLES

 She was aghast at the sight of the car accident.

 He was aghast when he saw the price of the concert tickets.
 The teacher was aghast at the student's disrespectful behavior.
 The audience was aghast at the magician's dangerous stunt.
filled with horror or shock

 Synonyms
• amazed
• anxious
• appalled
• Dismayed

• Word Usage
• aghast expression
• aghast look
• aghast face
• aghast reaction
• aghast gasp
Agile
adj
EXAMPLES

 The agile cat jumped over the fence effortlessly.

 The gymnast's agile movements impressed the judges.
 The athlete's agility helped him win the race.
 The monkey's agile fingers allowed it to pick fruits from the tree.
Able to move quickly and easily

 Synonyms
• athletic
• quick
• lively
• energetic

 Antonyms
• depressed
• dull
• down
• ignorant
 Word Usage
• agile mind
• agile athlete
• agile company
• agile response
• agile development
Agitate
verb
EXAMPLES

 The news agitated the community.

 The loud music agitated the neighbors.
 The politician's speech agitated the crowd.
 The thought of the upcoming exam agitated the student.
 To make someone feel anxious or troubled

 Synonyms
• rock
• beat
• disturb
• churn

 Antonyms
• calm
 Word Usage
• agitate the crowd
• agitate for change
• agitate the water
• agitate the situation
• agitate the emotions
Agrarian
adj
EXAMPLES

 The agrarian society depended on farming.

 The agrarian economy was based on agriculture.
 The agrarian lifestyle was simple and rural.
 The agrarian community was self-sufficient.
Relating to agriculture or farming

 Word Usage
• agrarian society
• agrarian economy
• agrarian reform
• agrarian policy
• agrarian labor
ail
EXAMPLES

 His knee was ailing him.

 The bad news was ailing her.
 The cold weather was ailing the plants.
 The lack of sleep was ailing him.
To cause physical or emotional pain or
discomfort
 Synonyms
• annoy
• bother
• distress
• afflict

 Antonyms
• help
• please
• assist
• aid
 Word Usage
• ail someone's body
• ail someone's mind
• ail someone's heart
• ail someone's spirit
• ail someone's health
Airy
adj
 The airy chiffon dress fluttered in the breeze
 The room felt airy and spacious with its high ceilings
 The pastry chef created an airy souffle for dessert
 The castle's airy towers provided a stunning view of the countryside
 having a light or delicate quality

 Synonyms
• breezy
• Uncluttered
• Light
• bright
• Word Usage
• airy atmosphere
• airy design
• airy dress
• airy feel
• airy fabric
Alacrity
noun
EXAMPLES

 The new employee showed great alacrity in learning the job.

 The team responded with alacrity to the coach's instructions.
 The volunteers worked with alacrity to complete the project on time.
 The host greeted the guests with alacrity and made them feel welcome.
brisk and cheerful readiness; eagerness

 Synonyms
• dispatch
• eagerness
• cheerfulness
• alertness

 Antonyms
• apathy
• indifference
• coolness
• discouragement
 Word Usage
• respond with alacrity
• demonstrate alacrity in decision-making
• embrace change with alacrity
• display alacrity in problem-solving
Alcove
noun
EXAMPLES

 She sat in the alcove, reading a book.

 The bed was placed in the alcove to save space.
 The alcove was decorated with paintings and plants.
 The cat curled up in the alcove for a nap.
 A small recessed space in a room
 Synonyms
• niche
• recess

 Antonyms
• nook
 Word Usage
• cozy alcove
• private alcove
• hidden alcove
• sunlit alcove
• secluded alcove
Alienate
verb
EXAMPLES

 His rude behavior alienated his friends.

 The company's policies alienated its employees.
 The politician's controversial statements alienated many voters.
 The teacher's favoritism alienated some of her students.
 To cause someone to feel isolated or
estranged
 Synonyms
• separate
• divide
• divorce
• turn off

 Antonyms
• unite
• join
• combine
• marry
 Word Usage
• alienate friends
• alienate family members
• alienate colleagues
• alienate supporters
• alienate voters
Allay
verb
EXAMPLES

 The medicine helped allay her pain.

 He tried to allay her fears about the storm.
 The apology did little to allay his anger.
 The company's actions did not allay concerns about their environmental
impact.
to lessen or relieve

 Synonyms
• ease
• calm
• alleviate
• assuage

 Antonyms
• increase
• aggravate
• agitate
• incite
 Word Usage
• allay fears
• allay concerns
• allay doubts
• allay anxiety
• allay tension
Allegation
noun
EXAMPLES

 The company denied the allegations of fraud.

 The politician faced allegations of corruption.
 The athlete was cleared of the allegations of doping.
 The teacher made allegations of cheating against the student.
A claim or assertion that someone has
done something wrong or illegal
 Synonyms
• charge
• statement
• claim
• profession

 Antonyms
• denial
• exculpation
 Word Usage
• serious allegation
• false allegation
• unfounded allegation
• criminal allegation
• sexual harassment allegation
Alleviate

verb
EXAMPLES

 The medicine helped alleviate the patient's pain.

 The government implemented policies to alleviate poverty.
 The charity's efforts helped alleviate hunger in the community.
 The therapist's techniques helped alleviate the client's anxiety.
to make (suffering, a problem, etc.) less
severe
 Synonyms
• ease
• mitigate
• allay
• assuage

 Antonyms
• increase
• upset
• irritate
• intensify
 Word Usage
• alleviate pain
• alleviate stress
• alleviate poverty
• alleviate symptoms
• alleviate anxiety

 Often Confused with :

• - Ameliorate * make (something bad or unsatisfactory) better.
Altruism

noun
EXAMPLES

 Her altruism led her to volunteer at the homeless shelter.

 The organization's mission was based on altruism and helping those in need.
 His altruistic actions inspired others to do the same.
 The community recognized her altruistic efforts with an award.
selfless concern for the well-being of
others
 Synonyms
• charity
• philanthropy
• benevolence
• kindness

 Antonyms
• meanness
 Word Usage
• genuine altruism
• acts of altruism
• altruistic behavior
• altruistic motives
• display of altruism
Amateur
adjective / noun
 adjective
 done for the love of a pursuit rather than for financial gain

• The amateur production of the play was well-received by

audiences.
• He's an amateur chef who loves to cook for his friends.
• The amateur artist painted a beautiful landscape.
• The amateur astronomer spends his nights stargazing.
 noun
 a person who engages in a pursuit, especially a sport, on an
unpaid basis

• He's an amateur photographer who takes pictures as a hobby.

• The tournament is open to both amateurs and professionals.
• She's an amateur musician who plays in a local band.
• The team is made up of amateurs who play for fun.
 Synonyms
• learner
• recruit
• hopeful
• abecedarian

 Antonyms
• professional
• expert
 Word Usage
• amateur photographer
• amateur musician
• amateur athlete
• amateur artist
• amateur chef
Ambrosia
EXAMPLES

 She made a delicious ambrosia salad for the party.

 The ambrosia fruit salad was a hit at the potluck.
 The ambrosia dessert was too sweet for his taste.
A food or drink of the gods that gives immortality;
a dessert made with fruit and coconut

 Word Usage
• heavenly ambrosia
• divine ambrosia
• nectar and ambrosia
• ambrosia of the gods
• immortalizing ambrosia
ambush
 noun
 A surprise attack from a concealed position

• The soldiers were caught in an ambush.

• The robbers set up an ambush for the armored truck.
• The hunters laid an ambush for the deer.
• The police set up an ambush for the suspect.
 verb
 To make a surprise attack from a concealed position

• The rebels ambushed the convoy.

• The bandits ambushed the travelers.
• The pirates ambushed the ship.
• The police ambushed the suspect in the alley.
 Word Usage
• set up an ambush
• launch an ambush
• spring an ambush
• lay in ambush
• fall into an ambush
Ameliorate
verb
EXAMPLES

 The new medicine helped ameliorate the patient's pain.

 The company implemented new policies to ameliorate the work environment.
 The government's efforts to ameliorate poverty were successful.
 The teacher's feedback helped ameliorate the student's writing skills.
 To make something better
 Synonyms
• amend
• mitigate
• alleviate
• lighten

 Antonyms
• increase
• decrease
• aggravate
• intensify
 Word Usage
• ameliorate living conditions
• ameliorate the situation
• ameliorate poverty
• ameliorate the effects
• ameliorate health outcomes

 Often Confused with :

• - Alleviate * make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe.
Amenable
adjective
EXAMPLES

 The employee was amenable to the new work schedule.

 The child was amenable to trying new foods.
 The company was amenable to negotiating a better contract.
 The politician was amenable to hearing the concerns of his constituents.
Willing to cooperate or agree

 Synonyms
• responsive
• susceptible
• agreeable

 Antonyms
• unsusceptible
 Word Usage
• amenable attitude
• amenable behavior
• amenable nature
• amenable approach
• amenable disposition
Amity
noun
EXAMPLES

 The two countries signed a treaty of amity.

 The amity between the neighbors was evident in their willingness to help
each other.
 The school promotes amity among its students through various activities.
 The amity between the two business partners was crucial for the success of
their company.
 A friendly and peaceful relationship
between people or countries
 Synonyms
• friendliness
• concord
• benevolence
• goodwill

 Antonyms
• disagreement
• hostility
• discord
• ill will
 Word Usage
• strong amity
• lasting amity
• global amity
• deep amity
• mutual amity
Anathema
noun
EXAMPLES

 The new policy was anathema to the employees.

 The politician was anathema to the opposition party.
 The idea of outsourcing was anathema to the union.
 The thought of eating insects was anathema to the chef.
Something or someone that is intensely
disliked or loathed
 Synonyms
• hate
• enemy
• bane
• pariah

 Antonyms
• love
Anesthetic
adj
EXAMPLES

 noun
 a substance that causes loss of sensation or consciousness

• The dentist administered an anesthetic before the procedure.

• The anesthetic wore off too soon.
 adjective
 relating to the use of anesthetics

• The anesthetic equipment was malfunctioning.

• The anesthetic procedure was successful.
 Synonyms
• gas
• shot
• hypnosis
• dope
 Word Usage
• local anesthetic
• general anesthetic
• inhalation anesthetic
• intravenous anesthetic
• topical anesthetic
Anew
adv
EXAMPLES

 He decided to start anew in a new city.

 She approached the problem anew.
 They began the project anew after the setback.
 The company had to start anew after the fire destroyed their building.
In a new or different way

 Word Usage
• start anew
• begin anew
• approach anew
• see anew
• discover anew
Angular
adj
EXAMPLES

 The building had an angular design.

 The sculpture was very angular and modern.
 The car's angular shape made it stand out on the road.
 The furniture had an angular style that was popular in the 1960s.
having sharp corners or angles

 Synonyms
• jagged
 Word Usage
• angular face
• angular shape
• angular features
• angular body
• angular architecture
Animadvert

verb
EXAMPLES

 The teacher animadverted on the student's poor behavior.

 The critic animadverted on the author's lack of originality.
 The boss animadverted on the employee's tardiness.
 The parent animadverted on the child's disrespectful attitude.
To criticize or censure someone or
something
 Synonyms
• pronounce
• speak up
 Antonyms
• commend
• compliment
 Word Usage
• animadvert on someone's behavior
• animadvert on someone's actions
• animadvert on someone's remarks
Animosity
noun
EXAMPLES

 There is a long-standing animosity between the two rival gangs.

 The animosity between the two political parties is palpable.
 The animosity between the two coworkers was evident in their interactions.
 The animosity between the two ex-lovers was still present years later.
Strong hostility or hatred

 Synonyms
• hate
• bitterness
• resentment
• hostility

 Antonyms
• like
• happiness
• friendship
• kindness
 Word Usage
• deep-seated animosity
• bitter animosity
• intense animosity
• lingering animosity
• mutual animosity
Annihilate
verb
EXAMPLES

 The bomb was powerful enough to annihilate the entire city.

 The disease threatened to annihilate the population.
 The army was ordered to annihilate the enemy forces.
 The hurricane had the potential to annihilate the coastal town.
To destroy completely

 Synonyms
• crush
• demolish
• eradicate
• decimate

 Antonyms
• create
• build
• bear
• construct
 Word Usage
• annihilate the enemy
• annihilate all opposition
• annihilate any remaining evidence
• annihilate the competition
• annihilate a target
Annotate
verb
EXAMPLES

 I like to annotate my books with my own thoughts.

 The teacher asked us to annotate the article.
 The editor will annotate the manuscript with suggestions.
 The researcher will annotate the data with explanations.
To add notes or comments to a text or
document
 Synonyms
• comment
• define
• construe
• elucidate

 Antonyms
• confuse
• obscure
• mystify
 Word Usage
• annotate a book
• annotate a document
• annotate a paper
• annotate a journal article
• annotate a script
Anthology
noun
EXAMPLES

 The library has an anthology of Shakespeare's plays.

 The band released an anthology of their greatest hits.
 The anthology includes works from various authors and time periods.
 The poetry anthology features works from both established and emerging
poets.
A collection of literary works or music
 Synonyms
• album
• compendium

 Antonyms
• collection
 Word Usage
• poetry anthology
• short story anthology
• literary anthology
• music anthology
• classical music anthology
Antidote
noun
EXAMPLES

 The doctor gave him an antidote to the snake venom.

 The antidote for the poison was not readily available.
 The antidote worked quickly to neutralize the poison.
 The antidote was administered intravenously.
A substance that counteracts the effects of poison or
disease

 Synonyms
• medicine
• cure
• remedy
• corrective

 Antonyms
• disease
 Word Usage
• effective antidote
• potent antidote
• natural antidote
• powerful antidote
• life-saving antidote

 Often Confused with :

• - Anecdote * a short, obscure historical or biographical account.